So the sort-of retirement of Offensive Coordinator is all over the news, and I think it's good news. Mike Tomlin gets to make his first major coaching appointment rather than working with inherited staff (many of whom are fabulous. Many, but not all.). And the notorious Arians-Rothlesberger love affair must now come to an end (after a second honeymoon at the Pro Bowl). I'm guessing that when Ben wanted to play on his bad ankle, Arians supported him, to the detriment of the team. Maybe with a coach who will be tough on him, Rothlesberger can finally grow up and grow into his talent.
Meanwhile, Big Ben's attorneys came to a settlement with the attorneys of the woman who claimed Rothlesberger raped her in Nevada. I'm suspicious of all parties in this incident, but it should have taught Ben a little common sense. The follow-up event in Georgia shows it didn't. And getting married in a mega-church isn't a magic potion. Keep your zipper and your ankle elevated, Ben.
Gearing up for tomorrow's big games: stay tuned to Max Stewart Steeler Gurl!
Marjie, VERY glad Arian's decided that it was best to go now rather than do more damage!! I must say that I place little responsibility on Ben for staying in the game(s) though.
ReplyDeleteI think that he was doing what every talented impassioned professional does and that's keep going. It definitely was the wrong choice but that is TOTALLY the responsibility of the coaching staff. That's all they do is analyze and make these calls...Ben runs and throws, Jimmy runs and catches and so on...these clowns ANALYZE and DECIDE..nuf said.
And I have to say that I think that our Ben really has grown, HUGE BUCKETS of money and fame are tough to wrangle and he did a terrible job initially but he has become the leader we needed and done it quickly in the public eye...my hats off to him.
All this said dearest and most wonderful friend I hope that you keep your blog going as football ended for me two weeks ago but hopefully we can find some other topics on which to exchange our ideas...thanks for this opportunity, my lovely perfect buddy!!!!
Beth
When does next season begin?
ReplyDeletewell, michael, the draft starts april 26 (and runs over the birthdays of both Steeler Gurl and her dear friend Beth).
ReplyDeleteand to all my faithful followers: yes, after the Super Bowl the tag line becomes: It's Not Just for Football Anymore!